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Brunswick public meetings in 2025

39 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 9, 2025

Mayor & Council Meeting

Public hearing on $499,397 CDBG sidewalk project on Maple Ave

The Council holds a public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Maple Avenue Sidewalks Project, then votes on resolutions for the Vista Pointe development (APFO Letter of Understanding and water/sewer agreement) and several purchase orders, including $349,658 for sed vac equipment and $524,164.46 for B&O Railroad Park Phase III. New business includes a vote on 2026 city events and discussion of an events application policy.

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Mon Nov 24, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to decide on Vista Pointe PUD Phase I II plan over 185 acres

The Planning Commission will discuss and potentially approve several development items. Old business includes two Vista Pointe Phase II items: an APFO Letter of Understanding and a Water & Wastewater Service Agreement. New business includes a site plan for South Mountain Apartments, development plans for Springdale (formerly Cooper Farm), and a preliminary plan for Vista Pointe Phase I II PUD covering over 185 acres. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and public comment.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

Mayor & Council Meeting

Council to vote on donations, appoint board members

The Mayor and Council will consider appointments to the Board of Election Supervisors and Board of Appeals, vote on donation requests from Brunswick Middle School Student Government and Battle of South Mountain, and approve an event application for the Brunswick Main Street Holiday Market. Proclamations for Municipal Government Works Month and Small Business Saturday will also be issued.

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Tue Nov 4, 2025

Mayor & Council Workshop

Council to interview candidates in closed session

This meeting is a workshop with the primary item being council candidate interviews, followed by a motion to adjourn to closed session. No votes, ordinances, or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.

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Tue Nov 4, 2025

Mayor & Council Meeting

Council may vote to appoint new member

The Mayor and Council will consider a potential appointment of a council member, with a possible vote. The agenda also includes a closed meeting statement from the mayor.

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Tue Oct 28, 2025

Mayor & Council Meeting

Council to vote on $18.2M bond for capital projects and fine increase

The Mayor and Council will hold second readings and votes on Ordinance 624, raising the maximum municipal infraction fine to $5,000, and Special Ordinance 625, authorizing up to $18.2M in bond anticipation notes for capital projects including WWTP upgrade, reservoir upgrade, sports complex improvements, and B&O Railroad Park improvements. They will also vote on a donation request for an All-American Miss contestant and approve an event for Cultura Plenera – Puerto Rico in Brunswick 2026. A closed meeting statement regarding a vacant council member appointment is noted.

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Mon Oct 27, 2025

Planning Commission Meeting

Planning Commission to decide on Vista Pointe PUD Phase II over 185 acres

The Planning Commission will discuss and possibly vote on a proposed Planned Unit Development Phase II for the Vista Pointe project, covering over 185 acres. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a report from the Zoning Administrator. Public comment will be accepted in person or by email.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

Mayor & City Council

Council to borrow up to $18.2M for capital projects via bond anticipation note

The Mayor and City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 14, 2025. Items include first readings of Ordinance 624 (raising maximum municipal infraction fines to $5,000) and Special Ordinance 625 (authorizing up to $18.2 million in bond anticipation note borrowing for capital projects). A vote is anticipated on Resolution 2025-31 to approve the city's Emergency Operation Plan. The consent agenda includes approvals for train station renovation and Martins Creek wall repair.

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Tue Sep 23, 2025

Mayor and Council Meeting

Council to vote on raising maximum municipal fine to $5,000

The Mayor and Council will hold a second reading and anticipated vote on Ordinance 622, which would increase the maximum fine for municipal infractions from $1,000 to $5,000 per state law. They will also vote on Resolution 2025-30 to update the utility billing payment plan (minimum balance raised to $250). Other votes include approval of a $130,000 paving contract for East F and East A Streets, sports complex upgrades Phases 1 & 2, a police complaint mediation MOU, and a Trunk or Treat event application.

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Wed Sep 17, 2025

Finance Commission Meeting

Commission to vote on revised utility payment plan terms

The Brunswick Finance Commission will consider Resolution 2025-30, which amends and reauthorizes the city's utility bill payment plan. The proposed plan requires a minimum outstanding balance of $200 to $250, a 50% down payment, limits eligibility to once every 12 months, and applies only to current quarterly charges for residential customers and local non-profits/businesses. The commission will also discuss a $130,000 paving contract with CJ Miller LLC for work on East F Street, East A Street, and 7th Avenue, review sports complex upgrades, and consider credit card processing fees.

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Tue Sep 9, 2025

Mayor & Council Meeting

Ordinance 622 first reading: max fine for municipal infractions

The Brunswick Mayor and Council will hold first reading of Ordinance 622, setting a maximum fine for municipal infractions. Council also anticipates votes on filling a council vacancy, a donation request for Wreaths Across America, and approval of the Railroad Days event. Three proclamations (National Recovery, Suicide Prevention, and Preparedness Month) will be presented.

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Tue Aug 26, 2025

Mayor and Council Meeting

Council to vote on charter rewrite allowing vacancy appointments, removing tax cap

The council will hold a public hearing and vote on Charter Amendment Resolution 2025-01, a comprehensive rewrite of the city's charter with 16 changes including allowing council vacancies to be filled by unanimous appointment and removing the tax rate limitation. Other votes include mission/vision/values, a wastewater treatment plant upgrade, and agreements for fire department equipment and event approvals. The consent agenda includes three purchase orders totaling $178,605 for water and sewer infrastructure projects.

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Mon Aug 25, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Rivertown Overlook site plan for multifamily housing

The Brunswick Planning Commission will discuss and potentially approve a site plan and improvement plan (BR-SP-IP-25-04) for the Rivertown Overlook multifamily residential development at 3 East A Street. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a zoning administrator report, with public comment opportunity.

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Tue Aug 12, 2025

Mayor & Council Meeting

Council to vote on Springdale development agreements and storm drain safety

The Mayor and Council will vote on two resolutions related to the Springdale (Cooper) development: an APFO Letter of Understanding and a Water/Wastewater Service Agreement. The meeting also includes a presentation on capital projects funding options, approval of event applications, and a discussion of the recently announced Storm Drain Safety Initiative following a fatal incident in a nearby town. Consent agenda items include purchase orders totaling $75,497.48 and budget amendments.

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Tue Jul 29, 2025

Mayor & Council Meeting

Council will hold a closed session for legal advice

The Brunswick Mayor and Council will adjourn the open meeting and enter a closed session. The closed session is for consulting counsel to obtain legal advice under the Maryland Open Meetings Act. No other agenda items are listed for this meeting.

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Mon Jul 28, 2025

Planning Commission

Springdale (Cooper) Phase II APFO agreements for 550-unit PUD up for approval

The Planning Commission is discussing and potentially approving three agreements for the Springdale (Cooper) Phase II development: a Developer's Option Letter, an APFO Letter of Understanding, and a Water & Wastewater Service Agreement. The project proposes 550 residential units on 150 acres near Souder and Point of Rocks Roads, with a $2 million contribution for a new water storage tank and extensive sewer upgrades. Also on the agenda is a site plan review for a Puerto Rico distillery and cultural center in the I-1 zoning district.

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Tue Jul 22, 2025

Mayor and Council Meeting

Council to vote on $1.1M stream restoration contract award

The Mayor and Council will consider several resolutions, including a $1,105,620 bid award to Resource Restoration Group for stream restoration and a $6,000 annual MOU with Burkittsville for planning and code enforcement services. The consent agenda includes a $69,937.87 change order for F Street sewer line work and purchase orders for utility valves and park improvements. Unfinished business includes re-approval of an agreement between Brunswick Police and the C&O Canal National Historical Park.

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Tue Jul 8, 2025

Mayor & Council Meeting

Council to vote on sale of Brunswick Street half-lot for $500

The Mayor and Council will consider several votes, including the sale of a city-owned half-lot on Brunswick Street to Greg and Robin Snoots for $500, and establishment of a loading zone and handicap space on West Potomac Street. The council will also discuss a retainer agreement with the Trial Board, hear an energy procurement contract presentation (possible vote), and open bids for a stream restoration project.

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Mon Jun 23, 2025

Planning Commission Meeting

Planning Commission to consider two phases of Springdale Summit PUD on 150+ acres

The Brunswick Planning Commission will discuss and potentially approve a site plan for a medical office building (BR-SP-IP-25-02) and two Planned Unit Development phases for the Springdale Summit (Cooper Farm) project covering over 150 acres each (phases II and III). The meeting will also include approval of minutes, a zoning administrator report, and public comment.

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Tue Jun 10, 2025

Mayor & Council Meeting

Council to vote on cannabis ordinance, sewer bid, and $152K playground

The Brunswick Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting with votes anticipated on several items, including the second reading of Ordinance 621 establishing cannabis definitions and regulations, and Resolution 2025-21 awarding a bid for Phases 1 & 2 sewer connections. The consent agenda includes a $151,997 purchase for playground equipment at Kim Wedge Park. Additionally, the council will consider an event approval for Eagles Riders Bike Night and discuss the city's mission, vision, and values.

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Tue May 27, 2025

Mayor & Council Meeting

Council to adopt FY2026 budget and consider cannabis regulations

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing on the FY2026 budget before the regular meeting. During the meeting, they will vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including adoption of the FY2026 General, CIP, and Enterprise budgets, as well as first reading of a cannabis definitions and regulations ordinance.

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Tue May 13, 2025

Mayor & Council Meeting

Public hearing and council vote on FY2026 budget, PUD overlays, and fee changes

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing on the FY2026 Budget, Vista Pointe Phase I PUD Overlay, and Cooper Property Phase I PUD Overlay. Immediately following, the Council meeting will consider adoption of numerous resolutions and ordinances, including votes on water/sewer/trash rates, development fee schedule, traffic control, trash contract award reconsideration, and second readings of the PUD overlays. First readings of budget ordinances and zoning amendments will also be introduced.

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Tue Apr 29, 2025

Mayor and Council Workshop

Council to receive affordable housing presentation from Frederick County

The Brunswick Mayor and Council will hold a workshop on April 29, 2025. The sole substantive item is a presentation from Frederick County on affordable housing. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the rest of the agenda is procedural.

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Mon Apr 28, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss stream restoration at East Wenner Branch

The Brunswick Planning Commission will consider approval of a stream restoration project along East Wenner Branch (Site S-1) as part of the city's MS4 improvement plans. The project would restore approximately 2,770 linear feet of degraded stream corridor. No other new business items are on the agenda.

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Thu Apr 24, 2025

Board of Appeals

Board to discuss resolution for 3 East A Street zoning appeal and elect officers

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider approval of a resolution of decision for case BR-BOA-25-01-SE, a zoning appeal at 3 East A Street by Rivertown Overlook LLC. No new business is on the agenda. The board will also elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting is broadcast live and public comment is accepted in person or by email.

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Thu Apr 24, 2025

Board of Appeals

Board to vote on resolution for 3 East A Street zoning appeal

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider approving a resolution of decision for case BR-BOA-25-01-SE at 3 East A Street, filed by Rivertown Overlook LLC. The board will also vote on minutes from March 27, 2025, and elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the coming term. No new cases are on the agenda.

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Tue Apr 22, 2025

Mayor and Council Meeting

Council to consider Vista Pointe PUD overlay for 660 age-restricted units

The Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and then regular meeting items including first readings of Special Ordinances 615 and 616 for the Vista Pointe and Cooper Property PUD overlays, and a second reading and anticipated vote on Special Ordinance 617 for a bond modification. Votes are also expected on a trash collection services bid award, FY26 employee health insurance contribution, a traffic control request at Brunswick Crossing, a live train camera proposal, and an event approval for Springfest. Discussions are scheduled on FY2026 water/sewer/trash rates, on-call engineering services, parking fee amendments, and a development fee schedule. The consent agenda includes a purchase order for a water line on 7th Avenue for $33,195.88.

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Wed Apr 16, 2025

Finance Commission Meeting

Brunswick Finance Commission to review FY2026 budget, fees, and engineering contracts

The Finance & Utility Commission will discuss and potentially act on the FY2026 budget, fee schedules, and several contracts including on-call engineering services, stream restoration, waterline replacement, sludge hauling, employee insurance, and trash. Items range from policy decisions (parking fee amendments, administrative fees) to procurement actions. The meeting is advisory to the Mayor and Council.

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Tue Apr 1, 2025

Mayor & Council Meeting

Council to consider FY26 property tax rate of $0.41 per $100 assessed value

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing on the FY2026 property tax rate and system improvement fee, followed by a meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Items include a second‑reading vote on Special Ordinance 613 setting the property tax rate at $0.41 per $100 assessed value, and a second‑reading vote on Special Ordinance 614 and Resolution 2025‑07 setting a $50 annual system improvement fee. The council will also consider Ordinance 610 on inclement weather events, Special Ordinance 611 for the sale of East A Street, a bond modification (Special Ordinance 617), and will open bids for trash and waste collection services. Additional topics are a city flag contest, annexation updates, and various staff reports.

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Thu Mar 27, 2025

Board of Appeals

Board to vote on special exception for 9-unit adaptive reuse at 3 East A Street

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a special exception request from Rivertown Overlook LLC to convert a former house of worship at 3 East A Street into a 9-unit multifamily residential building in the R-1 zone. A vote is anticipated. The board will also approve minutes from August 29, 2024.

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Tue Mar 25, 2025

Mayor & Council Meeting

Brunswick Council sets FY26 property tax rate at $0.41 per $100

The Mayor and Council will hold first readings of Ordinance 610 (inclement weather parking restrictions), Special Ordinance 613 (FY26 property tax rate of $0.41 per $100 assessed), and Special Ordinance 614 (FY26 system improvement fee of $50 per property). Anticipated votes include Resolution 2025-08 (rules of procedure), Resolution 2025-09 (personnel manual amendment), South Mountain Village tax credit program comments, FY2026 pool and park building rental rates, a pool contract bid award, a building fee waiver for Learning Tree, and a donation request for the Brunswick Cricket Spring Tournament.

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Mon Mar 24, 2025

Planning Commission

Planned Unit Development discussed for 150-acre Cooper Farm

The Planning Commission will discuss and make a recommendation on a Planned Unit Development (PUD) overlay designation for Phase I of the Cooper Farm property, covering approximately 150 acres. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; other items are procedural.

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Wed Mar 19, 2025

Finance Commission Meeting

Finance commission takes up FY2026 property tax rate and vacant property tax

The Brunswick Finance Commission will discuss proposed FY2026 rates including a property tax rate of $0.41 per $100 assessed value and a graduated vacant property tax multiplier reaching up to 5x. They will also consider the system improvement fee, pool and park building rental rates, and water/sewer rates. Additionally, the commission will review a $42,867 purchase order for spring landscaping maintenance at 13 city locations.

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Tue Mar 11, 2025

Mayor & Council Meeting

Workshop on council rules, vote on Personnel Manual updates

The meeting begins with a workshop to discuss proposed rules of procedure for the Mayor and Council, including member comments. The regular session that follows includes a vote on Resolution 2025-06 to update the Personnel Manual, a consent agenda item for a $26,757.50 contract with Duke's Root Control, and votes on donation requests and a farmers market event application.

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Tue Feb 25, 2025

Mayor & Council Meeting

City approves annexation of 71.4 acres at Vista Pointe, expanding Brunswick limits

The Brunswick Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing followed by a meeting to vote on several resolutions, including the annexation of the Vista Pointe property (about 71.4 acres) and the Cooper property. They will also consider a resolution on the handicap parking process. A consent agenda will approve three purchase orders totaling $254,262.88.

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Tue Feb 11, 2025

Mayor & Council Meeting

Council to vote on two annexations and sale of city property

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing on two property annexations (Vista Pointe and Cooper) before the regular meeting. During the meeting, votes are anticipated on resolutions approving both annexations, the sale of 20 East A Street, and a purchase order for $43,400. Also scheduled is the first reading of an ordinance regarding Planning Commission appeals.

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Mon Jan 27, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to vote on 19 final plats for Brunswick Crossing

The Brunswick Planning Commission will vote on 19 final plats for various phases of the Brunswick Crossing development, covering over 115 acres total. The commission will also discuss a Planned Unit Development overlay for the Vista Pointe project and a zoning text amendment regarding appeals to Frederick County Circuit Court. All items are under new business with votes anticipated on the plats.

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Tue Jan 21, 2025

Mayor & Council Meeting

Council to vote on FY2025 budget amendments #2 and #3

The Mayor and Council will consider and vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including updates to procurement and leak forgiveness policies. They will also vote on budget amendments for FY2025, purchase orders for EV vehicles and City Hall lobby renovations, and various event approvals and donation requests.

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Wed Jan 15, 2025

Finance Commission Meeting

Commission to review FY2026 Draft CIP and budget amendments

The Brunswick Finance Commission will discuss and potentially act on procurement policy updates, a leak forgiveness policy, the FY2026 draft Capital Improvement Plan, trash options, FY2025 budget amendments, finance reports, and a spending plan proposal. Supporting documents include budget transfers totaling $22,980 and a budget addition of $47,200 for HACH system installation and water audit service contracts.

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